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New management trends have cropped up recently in the social impact sector that are changing the way nonprofits approach their work. Purposeful goal-setting, sustainability, and a new emphasis on technology (for both marketing and productivity) are just a few of the principles behind these new trends.

Here, several nonprofit executives and members of ForbesNonprofitCouncil explain six leadership trends they've adopted — and why you should consider doing the same.

Our internal teams must maintain their soft skills and build on their hard skills. We’re seeing rising demands for resources and philanthropic giving that are taxing the capabilities of the nonprofit. Now more than ever, nonprofits must think and strategize like for-profit businesses, even as we improve our agility in order to remain viable and competitive. - Peggy Smith, Worldwide ERC

2. Taking A Holistic Approach To Goal-Setting

We'll soon see more nonprofit leaders not only being able to only identify the organization’s next destination but to clearly explain why it's headed there. Goals don't matter if you're not clear on what "there" means. If you can't explain why reaching your goal will improve the organization as a whole, scrap the goal or rework it. Goals without context (or that exist merely for the sake of having goals) are a waste of time. - Chip Rogers, Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA)

Leaders in the nonprofit world have to be agile and look to the future as much as their colleagues in the for-profit world. There is no room, however, for a lone leader. Nowadays, the main attributes of leadership include self-awareness and an inclusive, coaching style of leadership. It's especially important for younger generations joining the workforce — they want a voice in decisions. - Magdalena Mook, ICF (International Coach Federation)

5. Building Sustainable Revenue

Nonprofits need to think about how they can generate funds while still following their mission, so any product or service you offer must be in line with your brand. Include your board and employees in brainstorming what you're good at and how you can monetize it. Build diverse funding streams including donors, grants, corporate grants and corporate revenue. This fosters true financial stability. - Pamela Hawley, UniversalGiving

6. Looking For Cross Functionality

I see more nonprofit leaders becoming experts in social media management and online efficiency tools like Asana for program management and collaboration as well as Xero for financial/accounting management. These cloud-based services connect the entire organization and allow leadership to constantly connect with their full-time and volunteer teams. -Sean McIntosh, Bunker Labs KC